One year Master's - Good way to get more CRS points?

[Simmidas]

Hi Everyone..I am also planning for Crandall University next year. I am also 38 now. I got 10+ years of experience in Business development.
There are few things I am worried about
1. Crandall has got poor ranking. 92 out of 98 universities in Canada
2. It is a private university.

I am also looking at Thomson Rivers University which has got good ranking and also costs the same as compared to Crandall. But the ranking is good and is a public university.

What do you guys think about it.

Do not go for private universities.. apply to any public university.

 

[Simmidas]

Here are few things which I can suggest based on my experience and I can understand the stakes here as I am also in the same situation with 14 years of exp.
- Check your probable score using CRS tool and see the scores if that is enough after completing 1 years masters.
- If you think that 1 years masters (3 terms) will not get you enough score, go for 16 months master program (4 terms) and this will fetch you 3 years PGWP.
- Apply to those provinces where the PNP options are good enough for international students. For e.g. BC PNP, Atlantic Provinces PNP, AIPP and so on
- At 35+ with so much of experience, it is not only the admission in a university that matters but Visa should also get approved. Therefore, I would suggest to take up programs which is a leadership program or MBA

Hope this helps!

 

[mirza1010]

Hi.

I would suggest take a program longer than 1 year. With 1 year program you get only 1 year work permit. In case you dont get a job immediately, it would be difficult to add points for 1 year experience. With 16 months or more program, you get 3 year pgwp which gives time to plan things

 

[abhijeetsingh2218]

Here are few things which I can suggest based on my experience and I can understand the stakes here as I am also in the same situation with 14 years of exp.
- Check your probable score using CRS tool and see the scores if that is enough after completing 1 years masters.
- If you think that 1 years masters (3 terms) will not get you enough score, go for 16 months master program (4 terms) and this will fetch you 3 years PGWP.
- Apply to those provinces where the PNP options are good enough for international students. For e.g. BC PNP, Atlantic Provinces PNP, AIPP and so on
- At 35+ with so much of experience, it is not only the admission in a university that matters but Visa should also get approved. Therefore, I would suggest to take up programs which is a leadership program or MBA

Hope this helps!

Absolutely. whatever you have mentioned is absolutely correct. I am planning for a 2 year master's programme in BC. I am preparing for Sep 2021.
I researched a lot about this and came to the same conclusion. Thanks a lot.

 

[abhijeetsingh2218]

Hi.

I would suggest take a program longer than 1 year. With 1 year program you get only 1 year work permit. In case you dont get a job immediately, it would be difficult to add points for 1 year experience. With 16 months or more program, you get 3 year pgwp which gives time to plan things

True. Thank you. I am planning the same.

 

[abhijeetsingh2218]

Do not go for private universities.. apply to any public university.

Yes. Very true. In private universities you get admissions very easily. Infact i am in touch with the student representative of Crandall University and they claim to release the offer letter within 24 hours.
Thank you.

 

[ashucan]

Yes. Very true. In private universities you get admissions very easily. Infact i am in touch with the student representative of Crandall University and they claim to release the offer letter within 24 hours.
Thank you.

I am a practicing professional in India since 2015 and holding an accounting technician certificate, I applied for Crandall University, at first the consultant said my application for refused and he'll get it through using his contacts. I got offer letter from University Canada West too meanwhile.
I am on a strict budget and cannot afford to lose either a year or a penny more than that, I have been looking for public universities for Master's course, suggestions are much appreciated. Also I plan to now apply all by myself even the Visa.

 

[Petito]

I am a practicing professional in India since 2015 and holding an accounting technician certificate, I applied for Crandall University, at first the consultant said my application for refused and he'll get it through using his contacts. I got offer letter from University Canada West too meanwhile.
I am on a strict budget and cannot afford to lose either a year or a penny more than that, I have been looking for public universities for Master's course, suggestions are much appreciated. Also I plan to now apply all by myself even the Visa.

is that good university? interested

 

[ashucan]

is that good university? interested

The reason to opt for this University is the Province and the Duration of the given course, for the University thing I believe Level and quality of education must be not that much different than other Universities in the Country. Possible challange is to find a Job right after the course to gain experience.
Suggestions much appreciated.
Also if going for this University is it a better option to stay in University Residences or to opt for accommodation otherwise than that of the University?

 

[Jerryjohnapr90]

Even I got admission for the 2 year program starting January 2021. However, I only want 1 year program since I will have 482 points by 2022 when the course is completed. I guess that will be enough for me. But wanted to ask you about what my consultant mentioned which was I have to be physically present in Canada to claim points. Is this true? Also, if you have more than 5 years gap from graduation there will be difficulty in getting visa for 1 year masters? Thanks in Advance

 

[Simmidas]

Even I got admission for the 2 year program starting January 2021. However, I only want 1 year program since I will have 482 points by 2022 when the course is completed. I guess that will be enough for me. But wanted to ask you about what my consultant mentioned which was I have to be physically present in Canada to claim points. Is this true? Also, if you have more than 5 years gap from graduation there will be difficulty in getting visa for 1 year masters? Thanks in Advance

This is still a grey area, I may not be able to give a concrete answer for CRS. However for BCPNP IPG steam 50% rule is still applicable. I know this as my university is in BC and got the confirmation. IRCC rule are constantly changing, what is applicable today may not be tomorrow. Regarding 5 years GAP, this may not be true. Mine is a one year master's and several international students received their AIPs and some even pp stamped for Jan 2021 intake.

 

[Ironclad]

This is still a grey area, I may not be able to give a concrete answer for CRS. However for BCPNP IPG steam 50% rule is still applicable. I know this as my university is in BC and got the confirmation. IRCC rule are constantly changing, what is applicable today may not be tomorrow. Regarding 5 years GAP, this may not be true. Mine is a one year master's and several international students received their AIPs and some even pp stamped for Jan 2021 intake.

Wish you the best, good luck getting your SP approved.

 

[abhijeetsingh2218]

I am a practicing professional in India since 2015 and holding an accounting technician certificate, I applied for Crandall University, at first the consultant said my application for refused and he'll get it through using his contacts. I got offer letter from University Canada West too meanwhile.
I am on a strict budget and cannot afford to lose either a year or a penny more than that, I have been looking for public universities for Master's course, suggestions are much appreciated. Also I plan to now apply all by myself even the Visa.

Hi Ashu,
You can try for Royal Roads University in BC. Its a public university and is focused on business studies.
Thanks.

 

[nitingupta85]

Hi Ashu,
You can try for Royal Roads University in BC. Its a public university and is focused on business studies.
Thanks.

If we do 16 months education, can we claim 30 points in CRS score

 

[tarun.patel]

HI Guys,

i have also applied for Master in Management at Crandall University for May-21 intake.
Does it help for NBPNP or AIPP program?